FSO Instructor - MTSA Consultant

Los Angeles, CA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Consulting
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.75 - $33.25
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Flexible Schedule
Professional development opportunities
Travel reimbursement
Equal opportunity employer

Job Description

The hiring organization is a specialized consultancy focusing on maritime security, delivering expert training, compliance support, and program development to facilities regulated under the Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA). This company plays an essential role in supporting maritime facilities, ports, and related stakeholders to enhance safety protocols, comply with federal regulations, and mitigate security risks within a complex and highly regulated industry sector. With a strong emphasis on education and practical guidance, the organization blends classroom instruction, virtual learning, and hands-on consulting to meet evolving industry needs and regulatory demands.

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Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in maritime security, homeland security, emergency management, criminal justice, or related field or equivalent operational experience
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant maritime security experience
  • At least 2 years serving as a Facility Security Officer, Assistant FSO, Port Facility Security Officer, or similar regulatory compliance role
  • Demonstrated experience delivering MTSA or maritime security-related training to adult learners
  • U.S. Coast Guard-approved MTSA FSO course completion and/or instructor qualification preferred
  • Prior U.S. Coast Guard member with MTSA facility or shipboard enforcement experience preferred
  • TWIC credential and knowledge of Coast Guard inspection and enforcement processes preferred
  • Deep understanding of MTSA, 33 CFR Parts 101-105, and related USCG directives
  • Strong presentation, facilitation, and communication skills with diverse audiences
  • Ability to interpret and apply security regulations to facility operations
  • Skilled in risk assessment, security plan development, and emergency response coordination
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and training delivery platforms
  • Ability to see, hear, speak, and communicate clearly
  • Manual dexterity to operate office equipment
  • Ability to occasionally lift items up to 10 pounds
  • Willingness to travel for client site visits, training sessions, and regulatory engagements

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in maritime security, homeland security, emergency management, criminal justice, or related field or equivalent operational experience
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant maritime security experience
  • At least 2 years serving as a Facility Security Officer, Assistant FSO, Port Facility Security Officer, or similar compliance role
  • Demonstrated experience delivering MTSA or maritime security training to adult learners
  • U.S. Coast Guard-approved MTSA FSO course completion and/or instructor qualification preferred
  • Prior U.S. Coast Guard member with MTSA facility/shipboard enforcement experience preferred
  • TWIC credential and knowledge of Coast Guard inspection processes preferred
  • Deep understanding of MTSA, 33 CFR Parts 101-105, and related USCG directives
  • Strong presentation, facilitation, and communication skills
  • Ability to interpret and apply security regulations
  • Skilled in risk assessment, security plan development, and emergency response coordination
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and training delivery platforms

Job Duties

  • Deliver the U.S. Coast Guard accredited Facility Security Officer course in accordance with curriculum
  • Conduct classroom, virtual, and on-site security training sessions focused on facility assessments, plan development, drills, and incident response
  • Develop, update, and maintain instructional materials, course outlines, and assessments
  • Evaluate participant performance through various assessments and provide feedback
  • Advise maritime facilities on compliance with MTSA and 33 CFR requirements
  • Assist clients with developing, reviewing, and updating Facility Security Plans
  • Conduct mock inspections, compliance audits, and tabletop exercises
  • Support facilities in enhancing physical, personnel, and procedural security measures
  • Provide expert guidance during incident response planning, drills, and after-action reviews
  • Stay current with maritime security regulations, threat trends, and Coast Guard policies
  • Recommend best practices for integrating MTSA compliance with wider safety programs
  • Support development of organizational security culture via education and leadership engagement

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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